Sept. 10, 2025

“I saw them hang on with one hand and break ice with the other”—the Coast Guard’s Greenland Patrol

"To the officers of the Greenland Patrol vessels: This is your command. Your first command. Your first great chance. It is hard, responsible, vital duty. War duty. Don’t fail your country or your ship or me." RDML Edward Smith (USCG), Commander Task Force 24.8 (“Greenland Patrol”), 1944

Sept. 5, 2025

Elmer Stone—Coast Guard Aviator #1 set the world record over 100 years ago!

Coast Guard aviators have always been at the forefront of technological change and put themselves in harm’s way to complete the mission. Many have risked their lives pioneering the development of the helicopter, initiating the rescue swimmer program, and serving as astronauts in the Space Shuttle Program. Coast Guard aviation crews have flown

Sept. 4, 2025

Learning from Disaster: How Katrina helped us prepare for future catastrophes

20 years after Hurricane Katrina, the Coast Guard has undergone sweeping changes in readiness, technology, and interagency collaboration.

Aug. 25, 2025

Coast Guard accelerating use of unmanned systems

Robotics and Autonomous Systems Program Executive Office (RAS PEO) also developing new Robotics Mission rating

Aug. 22, 2025

A Coastie’s best friend—Over 80 years of Coast Guard canines!

From WWII beach patrols to post-9/11 explosive detection, the Coast Guard's canine program has a rich history of evolving to meet emerging threats and safeguard our nation.

Aug. 20, 2025

The Long Blue Line: Courage like Kate—The legacy of keeper Kathleen Moore

Lighthouse keeper Kate Moore was a trailblazer at a time in our history when opportunities for women were very limited.

Aug. 20, 2025

Best Places to Work: Coast Guard Cutter Isaac Mayo

A close-knit crew, great community, and fulfilling mission all make Coast Guard Cutter Isaac Mayo the best place to work.

Aug. 15, 2025

"Chief Petty Officer Class" announced for new Waterways Commerce Cutters

The U.S. Coast Guard's new "Chief Petty Officer Class" of Waterways Commerce Cutters will be named in honor of Coast Guard Chief Petty Officers.

Aug. 15, 2025

Coast Guard Diving—over 80 years of history!

The Coast Guard has a rich history of underwater operations. Since the early 1940s, the service has nurtured a diving capability that has become vital to modern Coast Guard missions.

Aug. 13, 2025

Rear Admiral Frederick Billard—commander, warrior, educator and mastermind of rapid expansion

"Frederick Chamberlayne Billard must rank with the greatest commandants of the Coast Guard." - Robert Erwin Johnson, Guardians of the Sea